What can be done for these vertical lines under my eyes...they are extended lines down my cheeks when I smile (and I smile a lot) I have had botox/dysport injected into my crows feet but it does nothing for these lines. Maybe I just haven't found the right injector...is there a certain technique used for Botox and these lines?? I use Retin A at night .05 and a great moisturizer and CE Ferulic and glycolic cream w/ sunscreen in am.
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Local anesthetics can be injected prior to filler injections. Typically if the injector is concerned with accurate placement of the filler, a nerve block can be performed which is typically injected into the origin of the nerve which supplies sensation to the area of injection. This is well away...
There are only 3 ways to add volume to the face, fat grafting, injecting a filler and use of an implant. My preferred method is fat grafting. I have had much better success than you indicate you have had. There are 2 fillers that work well for this area, Radiesse and Juvederm Voluma. Both are...
It is difficult to tell from the photos, but in general, fillers can be used to improve asymmetries in the jaw (mandible). Many types of fillers may be used. Usually, if you are filling along the bone, a firmer filler is used. Some physicians may use radiesse which is calcium hydroxylappetite...
